casual friday

Vintage Beverly Hills pullover (last seen way back HERE), thrifted Bongo skinnies (last seen HERE), and Candie's oxfords.

Sorry for the poopy photos in my apartment again. I'm also startled by my disheveled appearance. Girlfriend needs a touch up! Life just gets in the way sometimes. I had planned to take some nice photos outside, unfortunately we had a family emergency which was much more important. Hence why my hair looks like I stepped out of a wind machine. I guess I can't be ready for my close up every moment of the day. (Kidding, I'm never ready.)

I dressed this morning for comfort because I wasn't feeling too well. Black skinnies and a pullover are great, but plain. I felt like my outfit need something else, so I brought in the man shoes. I love them so much but don't wear them too often. I'm a convert of the man shoes. I've been loving oxfords, brogues, and penny loafers lately. All inspired by man shoes. I really am a tomboy at heart so it makes sense.

Looking over these photos makes me realize that a lot of the time it looks like I've stepped right out of the 80's. I was simply born in the wrong decade, everything about 80's culture gets me. The outrageous fashions, crazy music (I love it, love it, LOVE IT), and the movies! Call me crazy (because you know I am), it's encoded in me.

Off the kick start the weekend with a juicy burger. I'll leave you with one of my favorite 80's classics. Sweet Dreams - Eurythmics

Year End

New Year's day will mark the one year anniversary of my blog!

So much has happened in 2010, it was one of the best years of my life.

So as the year winds down I'd love to share some of my favorite outfits of the year!

One of the first photos I managed to take outside, I think that the boy and I have considerably improved.

One of my first posts after getting the hang of things, still pretty simple.

The weather got nice so early this year so I was able to show off my bare legs in March!

Scoring these platforms was one of best purchases of the year. I wanted them so badly for three years!

Vacation in Ocean City!

This one is an outfit I never posted because at the time I wasn't happy with the photos. One of my favorite outfits of the year though!

My 21st birthday outfit!

This vintage dress was one of my favorite thrift finds of the year!

This year I truly found my own style. Without realizing, I've gone for more simplicity. Just dresses and heels or skirts and tops. I guess I've just always been a believer in simple things and looking good on a budget.

I hope everyone loved reading my blog this year! Happy New Year and happy frugal hunting!

xoxo,

Morgan

Repeat Performance

Today I wore my plaid swing jacket again to show how versatile it can be. In my other post I wore it with jeans and made a casual look. Today I wore it with a silk jumper that I picked up for 50% last month. It created a totally different look.

I'm so happy I finally found white tights. I've been looking in so many different stores for a long time and finally found them at Target. Another bonus was they were on clearance for $3.50.
It's something totally new from what I normally try.

It's hard to tell from the picture (as always when I take pictures here) but the jumper has small metal circle detailing which adds a nice touch.

I was looking through all my old jewelry today and came across this old "punk" necklace I used to wear when I was 14. Decided to throw it on for nostalgia's sake. Ha.

Looking at these pictures I don't think I like the belt with this outfit...what do you think?




Slouchy boots and silk jumper - Charlotte Russe
Jacket - Burlington
Tights - Target
Belt - Vintage

And thanks goes out to my lovely boyfriend for snapping this picture of me falling over. Also, a big thank you to him for taking me out to one of my favorite burger joints tonight for some comfort food.
I got a big ol' double cheeseburger. Check out his experience here.

While I was there, there was a giant gaggle of high schooler's hanging out. A lot of the girls from their group started pointing directly at me and whispering. Some were even saying comments about my outfit out loud. I just laughed it off because they were all wearing flannel sweatpants.
Has anything like that ever happened to you?

P.S. I really hate taking my pictures in front of my bathroom door at night. I'll promise to get some better pictures with better light. Either in my living room or outside. It's hard to get nice pictures outside because of the cold weather here in Rochester!

xoxo